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How much fiber is in pita bread?
Pita Bread has 1.3 g of fiber per 1 pita (60 g). That is 5% of the daily value and a low amount for a grain.
Soluble vs insoluble
The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.
About pita bread and fiber
A white pita provides 1.3 grams of fiber. Whole wheat pita, listed separately, carries more than three times as much.
How pita bread compares to other grains
Per typical serving. The highest grain in the database is whole wheat pasta at 6.3 g.
| Food | Serving | Fiber | Per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Rice | 1/2 cup cooked | 1.6 g | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Flour Tortilla | 1 tortilla | 1.5 g | 3.3 g | 5% |
| Tortilla Chips | 1 oz | 1.5 g | 5.4 g | 5% |
| Pita Bread | 1 pita | 1.3 g | 2.2 g | 5% |
| Millet | 1/2 cup cooked | 1.1 g | 1.3 g | 4% |
| Sourdough Bread | 1 slice | 1.1 g | 2.3 g | 4% |
| Pretzels | 1 oz | 0.9 g | 3.2 g | 3% |
Servings to reach a daily goal
servings of pita bread to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women
servings of pita bread to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men
Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.
USDA entries for pita bread
Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.
| USDA description | Fiber / 100 g | Soluble | Insoluble |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bread, pita, whole-wheat | 6.1 g | – | – |
| Bread, pita, white, enriched | 2.2 g | – | – |
| Bread, pita, white, unenriched | 2.2 g | – | – |
| Bread, pita | 2.2 g | – | – |
| Bread, pita with fruit | 2.6 g | – | – |
| Bread, pita, wheat or cracked wheat | 6.1 g | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
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Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.